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Following are a number of projects that we seek donations, grants and other funding so that we can further our mission. As a 501(c)(3) Non-profit, your qualifying donations are tax deductible. We accept monetary and other asset based donations to support our operations and long term plans.
Everyday Operations
Cash donations support our everyday operations. They enable us to purchase archival materials to preserve artifacts, cases to exhibit items and much more. Every physical donation we receive has a cost associated with it as these historical artifacts go through a multi-step process when they are received and then become available for public viewing. Please support our ongoing operations.
I. Preservation of Donations
Preserving artifacts when they arrive is our first priority. Many arrive in damaged boxes; papers just stacked loosely. They have been stored randomly for years at the mercy of weather, moths and other factors. Every physical donation has a cost associated with it as it goes through our process that gets it ready for exhibit, scanning, preservation and even includes their secure storage fee. For each donation-acquisition we need: - zip lock bags - plastic tub(s) - binder(s) - acid free page sleeves - hangars - garment bags / covers.
II. Display of Donations
Depending upon the type of donation there may be items that are needed to display these items. We have a need for a number of the following items for the current collection as well as future requirements. - lucite stands for photos and placards - rikers cases for patches, photos, medals, souveniers and mannequins for uniform display.
III. Web Operation
Currently as of 2024 we have over 500,000 web pages and are preparing data for the addition of many more. The hosting operation is a monthly cost ($550) and with this growth we are going to be needing more storage and thus incur additional monthly cost. Thank you for supporting us in this initiative.
IV. Email Newsletter
We use Constant Contact for our monthly newsletter. Our cost for this service is $100/month.
V. Photos
We have over 100,000 photos in the collection. Many are loose or in albums. - We need these photos scanned and placed on our website.
VI. Award Documents
We have over 50,000 pages of award documents. Currently this material is being transcribed by volunteers around the country. - we need many more volunteers or paid transcriptionists to move this project forward more quickly.
VII. MIAs Database and Research Library
- we have 40000 pages of after-action reports that need to be completed - digital process and placed in pdf format. - these documents will then be optimized for web and uploaded to our MIA database.
VIII. MACR Database
- We have hundreds of MACRs (Missing Air Crew Reports). Names of all servicemen on these reports needs to be extracted and place in our searchable database.
IX. Webmaster / Administrator
- We receive many photos and electronically submitted data weekly. We require personnel to take this shared/donated material and post it on the appropriate website. - We have an enormous backlog of material in which to add.
X. Online School & Learning
Our STEM-HG based programs need $100,000 to create an online learning facility and batches of learning videos that can be subscribed by schools.
XI. Mobile - Education Program
Currently we need a new truck to tow the 28ft mobile museum. The current one has so many miles it needs to be replaced.
XII. Education Center
We would like to establish an education center in the North Texas area where we can display large portions of the collection and hold education programs for people of all ages. A capital campaign is ongoing.
MEMORIAMS
Permanent memorial markers are available on the Mobile Museum.
Monetary donations can be in the form of checks or credit cards. Credit card donations use the 'donate' link below. Contact us to mail checks.
Asset Based Donations
We do accept non-monetary based donations. Please contact us to discuss.
If you would like to make a donation with a credit card click the Donate button below for a secure credit card donation screen.
The Army Air Corps Library and Museum is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit, your qualifying donations are tax deductible.
Contact us if you are contemplating a donation of any kind.
Rather Call Us? Contact Our Director's Line (214) 957-1393.
Thank you for helping us preserve and honor this special history.
Do you have WWII memorabilia that you are not sure what to do with it? The children don't want it? Then let us help you preserve this history by donating these items to the Army Air Corps Library and Museum. We are accepting donations in the form of uniforms, medals, ribbons, patches, photos, memorabilia, papers, gear and equipment. We also accept monetary donations to support our operations and long term plans. This website is part of the Army Air Corps Library and Museum, and as a 501(c)(3) Non-profit, your qualifying donations are tax deductible.
Read about how we need your support and use donations.
Historical Artifacts: We are looking for photos, documents and other types of artifacts including uniforms, medals, insignia, gear, manuals, and training material. We accept electronic/scans or originals of pictures and paper records. A General Order could be an award document that contains information on many servicemen. Special Orders may contain transfers or other information. Flight records, accident reports, maintenance logs, after action reports, pilot encounter reports, diaries and biorgraphies; all of these types of documents help us support or mission: preserving your history! Contact us today for instructions on sending us this material. Contact Today
Are you an AAC, AAF or USAF Veteran, family member, historian or WW2 enthusiast? We Need YOU! Contact us today to see how you can help the Army Air Corps Library and Museum, a Texas Not-For-Profit Corporation. We need your help! We are looking for volunteers that can help us with the following tasks. Typing and Transcriptionists: One of our big projects is extracting data from the thousands of documents we have and putting this data into a database where we can display the information on a website such as this one. We also need assistance with retyping unit history documents.
